Keith CudmoreKeith Cudmore is technical services manager at Kent, Wash.-based Metropolitan Hardwood Floors and is an NWFACP Certified Inspector.InstallationThis Wood Floor Can't Take the (Radiant) HeatRecently I made a visit to a home that had a problem with a European-style floating floor. The homeowners complained about some shrinking between boards and some movement in the floor. The problems sounded like fairly minor issues, likely the result of some small corner-cutting during installation.May 26, 2011Page 1 of 1Top StoriesRetailThriving Through Innovation: See the Winners of the 2025 WFB Outstanding Retailer AwardsFrom reimagined showrooms and mobile studios to thoughtful mentorship, employee empowerment and social media marketing, these WFB Outstanding Retailers are proving that personalized service is key to long-term success.TechniquesUseful Advice When Dealing With Pine FlooringContractingHow I Do These Jobs: Refinishing DecksNewsRecognizing Wood Floor Contractors: Enter the 2025 Ultimate Wood Floor Guy/Gal ContestSponsor ContentMeet the MFMA: Setting the Gold Standard in Sports Flooring